Retail sales growth speeds up as September marks fourth month of gains
WASHINGTON – A strong rebound in apparel led a continuing V-shaped recovery from the pandemic as retail sales accelerated their
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Construction Starts Step Back in September
HAMILTON, N.J.–Total construction starts dipped 18% in September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $667.7 billion, essentially taking back
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NRF Foundation Introduces COVID-19 Trainings to Aid Retail Employees
WASHINGTON — The NRF Foundation today launched two new credentials in its RISE Up program in response to the coronavirus
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Imports set new record as retailers stock up early for holidays
WASHINGTON – Imports reached an all-time high this summer as retail sales bounced back from the pandemic and merchants replenished
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Plan Early for Small Business Saturday
Get ready for Small Business Saturday! Local businesses have been hit hard, but they are fighting to make a comeback.
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Lowe’s Provides Additional Bonus to Support Associates
Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) today announced it will provide an additional $100 million in discretionary bonuses to recognize front-line hourly associates
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NRF chief economist says holiday sales will hinge on ‘wildcard puzzle pieces’
WASHINGTON – Consumer spending has recovered from the coronavirus pandemic more quickly than expected, but forecasting 2020 holiday sales is
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Housewares Charity Foundation Raises Funds to Support Restaurant Industry
ROSEMONT, ILL (Sept. 30, 2020)—Over the years, the Housewares Charity Foundation (HCF) has provided critical funding to those in need
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NRF Files Public Records Request in Response to California Mall Closures
WASHINGTON, September 29, 2020 – Today the National Retail Federation filed a request under the California Public Records Act to release
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Grainger Teams Up with the Chicago Cubs
CHICAGO, Sept. 28, 2020 — Grainger (NYSE: GWW), the leading broad line supplier of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products serving businesses
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